End of Semester Survival Guide

• Talk it out! Have a conversation with someone you trust. (Family member, friends, professor, therapist, etc.)
• Sleep on it. Clearing your mind and coming back to a problem will help put things in perspective.
• Eat food that fuels your body and make time for exercise.
• Look at everyday activities as breaks from stressful situations. Taking a shower or bath, sitting down at meals, and walking from place to place are all activities to be enjoyed.
• Remember that you are capable. You have handled stressful situations before, and you will get through this.
• Make time for yourself! You are the most important person in your life.

• Take some time to laugh—call a friend, watch a TikTok compilation, whatever makes you smile.
• Talk to a loved one! (Family, friends, partner)
• Make a list of reasons to be happy or what you are grateful for in that moment.
• Wiggle break! (Dance, stretch, move)
• Take a walk outside or around the building you’re in.
• Get a drink of water or tea/coffee (in moderation).
• Take a thought break! Works best if you look away from your computer for a few minutes.
• Take a power nap for 20 minutes.
• Blast your favorite song.
• Go for a run or use the Smith gym!
• Procrasti-clean or get organized.
• Enjoy a delicious snack.
• Watch an episode (or two, or three...) of your favorite show.
• Practice mindful breathing.
• Scream (during Primal Scream or in a space that doesn’t observe 24/7 quiet hours, of course...)
• Squeeze a stress ball.
• Scribble, craft, knit, paint—just create something.

Smith has lots of programming to support holistic wellbeing during finals period! Check out some of the highlights here, or read the OSE’s instagram for more information.

• Rock Climbing open hours
• Boating open hours
• Midnight snacks
• Midnight Breakfast at Saint John’s Church

24/7 quiet hours in the houses and library may be stressful for some people. Below are spaces that don’t have the same restrictions.

• Sage Hall Practice Rooms
• Outdoor spaces like Capen Gardens, Chapin Lawn, or the Library Amphitheatre
• The Campus Center
• Capen Annex/The Design Thinking Initiative
• After classes have ended, classroom spaces
• Ainsworth Gym

Stress-Free Zone Opens

CC 103/104, 7 a.m.–1 a.m.

Art Zone Opens

CC 004, 7 a.m.–1 a.m.

Self-Care Buffet Bar

CC Main Level, 1–3 p.m.
Pick up a face mask, journal, fidget toy, temporary tattoo, or candy.

Ultimate Popcorn Friday

OSE: CC 106, noon–4 p.m.
Stop by the OSE for a bag of popcorn and treats.

Massage Night

CC Wilson Atrium, 7–10 p.m.
Limited spots! Sign-ups start at 7 p.m.

Jummah with CRSL

Kosher Kitchen, Jordan House, 5:30 p.m.
The Smith College Jewish Community invites you to join Kabbalat Shabbat on Friday nights at 5:30 p.m.! Join together in song and prayer to welcome in Shabbat as a community. Services will often be followed by Kosher vegetarian meals. All are welcome! Please reach out to scjc@smith.edu with any questions.

Stress-Free Zone

CC 103/104, 7 a.m.–1 a.m.

Art Zone

CC 004, 7 a.m.–1 a.m.

Yoga with Sakura

CC 205, 2–3 p.m.
Destress with yoga taught by GFS instructor and Smithie Sakura

DIY Votive Candles

CC Wilson Atrium, 8–10 p.m.
Take a break and make a relaxing candle

Midnight Breakfast

St. John’s Church, 48 Elm St., 9 p.m.–midnight
Take a study break and enjoy some pancakes and other delicious breakfast food!

Surprise Snack Wagon

CC, midnight

Stress-Free Zone

CC 103/104, 7 a.m.–1 a.m.

Art Zone

CC 004, 7 a.m.–1 a.m.

Hula Hoops with Una

CC 208, 11:30 a.m.
Hoops provided!

Game Night & Hot Cocoa Bar

CC 103/104, 7–9 p.m.
Stop by to work on a puzzle or play a game in the Stress-Free Lounge over hot cocoa with friends!

Surprise Snack Wagon

CC, midnight

Stress-Free Zone

CC 103/104, 7 a.m.–1 a.m.

Art Zone

CC 004, 7 a.m.–1 a.m.

Mindful Mondays with Anna Ostow

CC 102, 12:15 p.m.
If you are look ing for a place to make connections and practice tools for awareness and self-acceptance, come join Mindful
Mondays! With light meditation, embodiment practice, and discussion, we make a space that encourages healing and community. All levels of experience are welcome.

Tea-Making Station

CC Main Level, 1–3 p.m.
Make a relaxing tea box to-go.

Restorative Yoga with Rosalie

CC 205, 4–5 p.m.
Destress with yoga taught by GFS instructor Rosalie

Craft Break: Air Clay

CC 203, 8 p.m.
Need to do something with your hands? Air clay is great for stress relief and cute crafting!

Surprise Snack Wagon

CC, midnight

Stress-Free Zone

CC 103/104, 9 a.m.–1 a.m.

Art Zone

CC 004, 9 a.m.–1 a.m.

Scented Sachet Aromatherapy

CC Main Level, 1–3 p.m.
Make a scented sachet to relax!

MXED Greens Custom Winter Skin Salve

CC Main Level, 5–7 p.m.
Tasha and Devon are here to make a calming DIY winter salve with you! While supplies last.

Surprise Snack Wagon

CC, midnight

Stress-Free Zone

CC 103/104, 7 a.m.–1 a.m.

Art Zone

CC 004, 7 a.m.–1 a.m.

Bath Salts & Sugar Scrubs

CC Main Level, 1–3 p.m.
Make a relaxing salt or sugar scrub for yourself or a friend!

Craft Break: Felt Crafts

CC 203, 8 p.m.
Stop by to make all things felt!

Surprise Snack Wagon

CC, midnight